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Winter 2023 Continuity & Transfer of Power Getting New Boards & Board Members Up to Speed
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2023 Expo Maintenance of Exterior Spaces Upkeep is Key to Safety, Longevity, & Curb Appeal
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2023 Expo Digital Documents Keeping Information Safe & Accessible
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2023 Expo Financial, Physical, & Operational Health How Does Your Association Measure Up?
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Digital Documents

Keeping Information Safe & Accessible

Paper or electronic? It’s now a choice for everything, from the books we read for pleasure to the books we keep on our a…
Management
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2021 October

Controlling Access to Your Building

Keys, Fobs, & Door Codes

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2021 October

Non-Resident Board Members

Managing Absentee Decision Makers

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2021 October

The Evolution of Property Management

Big Changes in the Last Decade

Digital Documents
Fall 2021

Digital Documents

Balancing Safe Storage with Accessibility

Finance
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Financial, Physical, & Operational Health

How Does Your Association Measure Up?

In early 2020, our firm was hired to prepare a reserve study for an unremarkable 136-unit, 12-story condominium in south…
Finance
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As Costs Rise, So Do Carrying Charges

Monthly Fees for Co-ops & Condos Up All Over the U.S.

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As Costs Rise, So Do Carrying Charges

Monthly Fees for Co-ops & Condos Up All Over the U.S.

Tapping Reserves in a Time of Financial Crisis

Tapping Reserves in a Time of Financial Crisis

An Option to (Carefully!) Consider

What to Do About HOA Finances & Assessments During Coronavirus

What to Do About HOA Finances & Assessments During Coronavirus

How Associations Should Respond



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Continuity & Transfer of Power

Getting New Boards & Board Members Up to Speed

Among the keys to successful governance of residential communities is continuity.  The most basic of democratically elec…
CooperatorEvents Expo Las Vegas Returns - In Person! - on November 10th

CooperatorEvents Expo Las Vegas Returns - In Person! - on November 10th

The Must-Attend Event is Back at the Las Vegas Convention Center

CAI Releases Statement on Foreclosure Moratorium

CAI Releases Statement on Foreclosure Moratorium

Calls for 'Flexibility, Understanding, and Business Continuity'

Dealing With Coronavirus Exposure
March 26, 2020

Dealing With Coronavirus Exposure

Board Powers & Limitations

Managing Board Conflict
2019 February

Managing Board Conflict

How to Maintain Harmony

Cars, Cars Everywhere

Cars, Cars Everywhere

How to Effectively Manage Parking

Parking is a big deal in pretty much any urban area. Not only is it limited, but it’s often incredibly expensive to boot…
Knowing When to Call Your Manager

Knowing When to Call Your Manager

Response to Calls is an Essential Part of the Manager’s Job

Secrets of Successful Managers

Secrets of Successful Managers

Communication, Accommodation, Cooperation

Managing Amenities

Managing Amenities

Who’s in Charge of What?

Changing Managers or Firms?

Changing Managers or Firms?

Don’t Overlook the Details!

Communicate...and Then OVERcommunicate

Communicate...and Then OVERcommunicate

Tips for Getting Residents Involved, Engaged, & Informed

A few years ago, I was on the phone with a homeowner. He was irate with how his community’s money was being spent. He wa…
Keeping Track of Paperwork

Keeping Track of Paperwork

Properly Managing HOA Records

Board/Owner Do’s & Don’ts

Board/Owner Do’s & Don’ts

What Makes a Board Successful

Howdy, Neighbor

Howdy, Neighbor

Cultivating a Sense of Community

Building a Better Board

Building a Better Board

Common Traits of Successful Boards



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Maintenance of Exterior Spaces

Maintenance of Exterior Spaces

Upkeep is Key to Safety, Longevity, & Curb Appeal

Whether it’s a balcony, terrace, patio, or roof deck, outdoor space is many an apartment owner’s dream. Desirable—and va…
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Financial, Physical, & Operational Health

How Does Your Association Measure Up?

Multifamily Cleaning Tips
March 20, 2020

Multifamily Cleaning Tips

Keeping Your Community Safe

Maintaining Air Quality

Maintaining Air Quality

Managing the Indoor Environment

Facade Repair and Restoration
2019 March

Facade Repair and Restoration

How to Know When It’s Time



Design
Recreational Amenities for Kids

Recreational Amenities for Kids

Having Fun While Keeping Safe

Horticultural Art in Your Lobby

Green Walls Can Enliven a Building’s Common Area

Well-Appointed Common Spaces

A Place for Community

Design Committees

Building Consensus, Beautifying Buildings

A New Look for Your Lobby

Redecorating Your Common Areas

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Insurance
Attracting Talent

Attracting Talent

How to Find the Right People to Serve on the Board

Insurance Law

Some Important Cases to Know

Indemnity Clauses and Liability

Protection Runs in More Than One Direction

Putting a Premium on Your Insurance Coverage

A Guide to Understanding Condominium Property Claims

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News

9/26/2023  New law improves online protections for homeowners—Las Vegas Review Journal
9/26/2023  New law improves online protections for homeowners—Las Vegas Review Journal
Did you know that prior to Nevada’s 2023 legislative session the persons processing your online payments for your homeowners association were not required to maintain cybersecurity insurance to provide coverage in the event the information you provided them, such as your bank account and/or credit card numbers, was stolen due to your transaction with them?
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9/19/2023  HOAs can buy flood insurance but it’s expensive—Las Vegas Review-Journal
9/19/2023  HOAs can buy flood insurance but it’s expensive—Las Vegas Review-Journal
Q: My town house/condominium complex is not in a 100-year flood zone.
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9/12/2023  New law will allow HOA electronic voting for elections, recalls—Las Vegas Review-Journal
9/12/2023  New law will allow HOA electronic voting for elections, recalls—Las Vegas Review-Journal
Note: I have turned over my column to Las Vegas attorney Adam H. Clarkson to explain how the passage of Assembly Bill 309 will affect our homeowners associations.
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9/6/2023  Homeowners say HOA is doing things right—Las Vegas Review-Journal
9/6/2023  Homeowners say HOA is doing things right—Las Vegas Review-Journal
Q: We read your column regularly on Sundays.
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8/31/2023  HOAs not required to carry flood insurance—Las Vegas Review-Journal
8/31/2023  HOAs not required to carry flood insurance—Las Vegas Review-Journal
Q: Does our homeowners association have to furnish flood insurance for condo and town houses?
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8/22/2023  Satellite dishes removed; HOA still fines owner—Las Vegas Review-Journal
8/22/2023  Satellite dishes removed; HOA still fines owner—Las Vegas Review-Journal
Q: I hope I can get some help because I find myself in a desperate situation.
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8/15/2023  Homeowner says HOA doesn’t communicate well—Las Vegas Review-Journal
8/15/2023  Homeowner says HOA doesn’t communicate well—Las Vegas Review-Journal
Q: I am having a horrible time with our homeowners association, and before I file a report against them, I am hoping you can help me.
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8/10/2023  Columnist Barbara Holland celebrates 25 years of HOA QA—Las Vegas Review-Journal
8/10/2023  Columnist Barbara Holland celebrates 25 years of HOA QA—Las Vegas Review-Journal
Columnist Barbara Holland reached a milestone.
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8/10/2023  Homeowners can meet to air concerns about HOA—Las Vegas Review-Journal
8/10/2023  Homeowners can meet to air concerns about HOA—Las Vegas Review-Journal
Q: We are a small homeowners association community, and we have two owners/residents that have selectively went door to door soliciting other residents to petition our HOA board with a variety of complaints.
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8/10/2023  Financial Red Flags for Clients Buying a Condo—RIS Media
8/10/2023  Financial Red Flags for Clients Buying a Condo—RIS Media
Buying a condo can be an exciting step towards homeownership, offering a convenient and often more affordable alternative to traditional houses.
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7/25/2023  Resident feels personally attacked by arbitrary rules written by HOA president: ‘I don’t know exactly what she had against me’—Yahoo! News
7/25/2023  Resident feels personally attacked by arbitrary rules written by HOA president: ‘I don’t know exactly what she had against me’—Yahoo! News
One dismayed Redditor claimed they were being singled out by their local HOA president when it came to planting a garden.
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7/20/2023  No bingo night for homeowners associations—Las Vegas Review-Journal
7/20/2023  No bingo night for homeowners associations—Las Vegas Review-Journal
Q: Would you mind helping me figure out if Nevada Revised Statutes allow our Las Vegas homeowners association to host a bingo night with residents who attend paying a small amount for a card with the balance of the pot shared only among winners?
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7/20/2023  Fannie Mae Examines the Future of Condo Lending—MReport
7/20/2023  Fannie Mae Examines the Future of Condo Lending—MReport
Fannie Mae has released a new report revealing their focus on long-term homeownership sustainability, continuously refining our property and underwriting requirements to help set homebuyers up for success.
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7/10/2023  Barbecue grills must be approved by the HOA—Las Vegas Review-Journal
7/10/2023  Barbecue grills must be approved by the HOA—Las Vegas Review-Journal
Q: We have a homeowners association board that pretty much agrees on most things except we are having difficulty with a portion of article 3.6 of the covenants, conditions and restrictions.
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7/6/2023  High-rise ‘service dogs’ appear to be regular pets—Las Vegas Review-Journal
7/6/2023  High-rise ‘service dogs’ appear to be regular pets—Las Vegas Review-Journal
Q: Our high-rise community has restrictions in the governing documents regarding the number and size of dogs as pets for each resident.
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6/20/2023  Get HOA approval in writing when painting the house—Las Vegas Review-Journal
6/20/2023  Get HOA approval in writing when painting the house—Las Vegas Review-Journal
Q: I recently painted my home.
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6/20/2023  Which HOA Rules Can Be Enforced – and Which Can’t?—U.S. News
6/20/2023  Which HOA Rules Can Be Enforced – and Which Can’t?—U.S. News
HOA complaints are common.
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6/13/2023  Lawsuit: Rhodes Ranch HOA bullied resident after crash—Las Vegas Review-Journal
6/13/2023  Lawsuit: Rhodes Ranch HOA bullied resident after crash—Las Vegas Review-Journal
Maria Cervantes Alvarado didn’t want all of her Rhodes Ranch neighbors to know she had sued the homeowners association in the aftermath of a car crash.
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6/13/2023  Nobody wants to go to prison over an HOA election—Las Vegas Review-Journal
6/13/2023  Nobody wants to go to prison over an HOA election—Las Vegas Review-Journal
Q: We have a homeowners association election coming up soon that is sure to be contentious.
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6/12/2023  EV Charging Stations Baffle MF—Multi-Housing News
6/12/2023  EV Charging Stations Baffle MF—Multi-Housing News
Electric vehicle charging stations are the latest iteration of the old apartment building laundry room, according to a speaker on the “Plugging In” panel, moderated by Multi-Housing News Editorial Director Suzann Silverman, at the National Association of Real Estate Editors annual conference in Las Vegas.
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